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3 <br /> Environmental Oversight Committee <br /> Minutes <br /> December 6, 2007 <br /> NEW BUSINESS: <br /> David Delvecchio—Director of information Technology: (continued) <br /> Discussion followed regarding the use of video surveillance as a crime <br /> prevention measure and for environmental review purposes. The use of <br /> video surveillance technology was considered a beneficial effort for the <br /> Transfer Station to assist and improve recycling measures. It was agreed <br /> the potential for video connectivity would be further discussed with <br /> Catherine Laurent the Assistant Director of Public Works. <br /> With regards to the video monitoring of recyclables at the Transfer <br /> Station, it was noted a base station is in place at a site location near the <br /> Department of Public Works facility. The core base structure is within <br /> range for wireless IP video connectivity at the Transfer Station. It was <br /> noted the band encompasses a 60 degree wedge of area at a distance of <br /> approximately seven miles. <br /> In addition to the review of environmentally sensitive lands,the use of <br /> video surveillance was considered as a beneficial option to observe <br /> wildlife activities, water quality issues and tide information, etc. <br /> Definitive cost estimates for recommended video surveillance technology <br /> would be further reviewed by the IT Director to ensure its compatibility. <br /> With further information and authorization, it was agreed a future proposal <br /> would be submitted to the MCAT to request funding. <br />